Are you ready for Stir-Up Sunday?

Yes, it's easy to buy a pudding these days (we've created a very tasty pud which you can taste in our stores), but it's loads more fun making your own, especially when you can add a healthy splash of Broadside to it.
Fancy giving it a go this Sunday?

How to make your own Broadside Christmas Pudding

1. First, grab a large bowl and add the dried fruit and almonds. Then add the lemon and orange zests plus juices and the Broadside Beer and Spirit of Broadside. Stir well then leave this to soak overnight at room temperature.
2. The next day, beat the eggs with the salt and mix them into your soaked fruit and nuts.
3. Gently fold all the other ingredients into your bowl by hand until evenly mixed. Don't be tempted to use a mixing machine as this will overwork the ingredients and leave you with a heavy pudding. It's traditional to let each member of the family take turns at having a stir, and make a wish!
4. Next, line your pudding basins with greaseproof paper, fill with your mixture and top with greaseproof. Make your pudding bowl watertight by adding a secure lid of foil.
5. You can either cook your pudding in a steamer, or a simmering pot of water with a lid for around 5 hours. The puddings will take on a darker colour as they cook. When they are cooked, remove from heat and leave to go cold. Do not remove from your basin or pudding mould. Store your pudding for around a month to let the flavours mature.
6. When you're ready (Christmas day!), re-heat your pudding in a steamer or a simmering pot of water for around one to one and a half hours.
Good luck!